- Paint or refinish the existing cabinet and swap hardware.
- Replace just the top and faucet.
- Choose a stock vanity of the same footprint to avoid plumbing and flooring work.
- Add a new mirror and light fixture.
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How do I update a bathroom vanity without a full remodel?
Refinish or paint it, replace the top and faucet, or install a same-size stock vanity so plumbing and flooring stay put.
Sources: national bathroom remodel figures (range $2,500–$30,000, ~$12,140 average, $70–$250/sq ft, small/mid/primary ranges, drain-move cost) come from the BathEstimates 2026 cost guide. All other ranges (tub-to-shower, walk-in shower, bathtub replacement, city adjustments) are BathEstimates editorial estimates based on typical scope, materials and labor — not survey data. Always compare written quotes from licensed local contractors.